The handle will not release to lower the handle it is stuck in the upright position dc 28 animal model

check for a blockage at the pivot for the handle
check for wiring problem in the same area

I took mine off and made sure all the dust went into a bag. Then I used damp paper towels to clean the inside walls of the bin. If there was any gook stuck, I used a lil dish soap. Never immerse the bin, or replace it on the vacuum wet.

Hi there, it's Jack at Dyson.

I'm sorry to hear you're having difficulty reclining your DC28.

It's possible this could occur if an item such as a pen or pencil has been accidentally vacuumed up, and is jamming the changeover valve mechanism. This is easy to check for - after turning off and unplugging the vacuum, lie the machine on its side and open the duct inspection port, then remove any objects or debris:




If you can't find anything, but continue to experience difficulty reclining your vacuum, please get in touch with our experts directly so we can provide further assistance. You can reach us on 1-866-693-9766 (US), or 1-877-397-6622 (CA).

To clarify, do you mean the suction and brush motion shut off in the upright position, or that the entire unit shuts off?

If the latter, most Dyson uprights shut off the brush unit in the full upright position and shunt the suction into the handle for use with the accessories. There is also an on/off for the brush, next to the main power button for the DC25. If it's off ( or stuck that way), no brush motion. The manual also notes, 'for use, turn on power and click the foot pedal in back to recline the unit.' (Link to manual here:
http://www.dyson.com/medialibrary/files/dyson/support/downloads/uk/floorcare/manuals/DC25_Manual.pdf See Page 8). The
'High Reach Cleaning' section also notes that the brush bar won't rotate when the vacuum is in the full upright position.

If you are completely losing power, the manual notes that the unit will shut off if the bar is jammed, or if there is a significant line blockage that makes the motor overheat. If this is happening, check the accessory line in the handle for blockage.

Good Luck :-)

On the back of the Hoover is a couple of parts you can remove, one is a u bend which will trap heavier parts which resist the suction so get stuck in the bottom of this, and the other part is usually on the right at the bottom which is an acces point to the very art which you hear click. In the upright position it directs the vacuum suction up the extendable pipe, but when you pull the handle back, it should gently glide from one direction over to direct vacuum suction to the bottom plate. It's tha part which is getting stuck in the handle sucking direction. I'd check to see if it is physically damaged in any way or if something is tapped in it like a coin or something. Good luck

Hi there,

Sorry to hear you're having a problem with your DC14 Animal. You should find the cleaner reclines freely into the vacuuming position when you place a foot on the cleaner head, and lower the handle. If it's not doing this, please get in touch with us free on 08002980298 (UK), or 1866MYDYSON (US), so we can provide the assistance you need.

Kind regards,

Jack
Dyson Customer Service

Hi its Darran at Dyson.

So that we can help, please call our Helpline on 1866MYDYSON.

Kind regards
Darran
Dyson Customer Service

On the lower right side of the body of this model is a air duct piece that can get stuck and won't allow you to use the release. Take out that piece and put it back on again to see if that will unlock it.